Karang - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Karang is a village situated in the Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuamul Rampur and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Thuamul serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karang village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karang is 424368. The village covers a total geographical area of 61 hectares and falls under the 766037 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Karang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karang
As per Census 2011, Karang village has a total population of 297 people, consisting of 137 males and 160 females. The village has 72 households and a sex ratio of 1,167 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 120 literate and 177 illiterate residents. Additionally, 45 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 108 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karang are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 297 | 137 | 160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 21 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 108 | 49 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 120 | 73 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 177 | 64 | 113 |
Nearby Villages of Karang
Karang is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Karang
Karang is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Karang is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karang village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karang village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karang
Where is Karang located?
Karang village is located in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karang?
The Gram Panchayat of Karang is Thuamul.
What is the pincode of Karang?
The pincode of Karang is 766037.
What is the population of Karang?
Karang has a total population of 297, including 137 males and 160 females.
How many households are there in Karang?
There are 72 households in Karang.
What is the literacy rate in Karang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karang is 40.40%. Male literacy is 53.28% and female literacy is 29.38%.